Pensacola’s biggest and longest-running annual agricultural and entertainment tradition returns this fall, October 17-27, bringing with it exhilarating rides, live music, exotic shows, colorful attractions and exhibits, flavorful fair food, and fun for the whole family.
Returning for its 89th season, this year’s entertainment lineup includes:
THURSDAY, OCT. 17 at 7 p.m. – Cat Country BIG Lip Sync Battle Finals. Cat Country 98.7 radio station presents an epic showdown of 12 local acts who will battle it out from the stage to see who gets titled the 2024 Lip Sync champion.
FRIDAY, OCT. 18 at 7:30 p.m. – Aaron Tippin. Platinum album country singer Aaron Tippin, who’s released more than 30 singles including such hits as, “You’ve Got to Stand for Something,” “My Blue Angel,” “I Wouldn’t Have it Any Other Way,” “Kiss This,” and “Workin’ Man’s Ph.D,” will take the stage Friday night at the Fair.
SATURDAY, OCT. 19 at 7:30 p.m. – Twitty and Lynn. Tre Twitty and Tayla Lynn, the grandchildren of famed country music duoConway Twitty and Loretta Lynn, will take the stage to perform covers of their grandparents’ hits and original songs including: “Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man,” “After the Fire is Gone,” and “You’re the Reason Our Kids Are Ugly.” Expect to hear solo hits like “Hello, Darlin,” and “Coal Miner’s Daughter,” as well as a smoldering cover of Bruce Springsteen’s “I’m on Fire.”
SUNDAY, OCT. 20 at 6:30 p.m. – Cow Costume and Prettiest Cow Contest. Sponsored by Tractor Supply Co. Pensacola location, this cow costume contest takes place at the Livestock Arena. The public is invited to attend.
MONDAY, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. – Youth and FFA Steer Show takes place in the Livestock Arena. The public is invited to attend.
MONDAY, OCT. 21 at 7:30 p.m. – Triston Harper. 15-year-old McIntosh, Ala. native Triston Harper, a Season 22 American Idol finalist and aspiring singer/songwriter, will take the Pepsi Open Air Stage to sing country covers and his original music like, “Cover Me Up,” and “H-O-P-E.”
TUESDAY, OCT. 22 at 6 p.m. – Youth Steer Breeding Show and Prospect Steers takes place in the Livestock Arena. The public is invited to attend.
TUESDAY, OCT. 22 at 7:30 p.m. – Chris Janson. “Crazy harmonica skills and riveting stage style that makes you wonder if he’s the love child of Loretta Lynn and Mick Jagger,” is People Magazine’s description of American country music singer songwriter Chris Janson. He’s known for his songs, “Buy Me a Boat,” “Good Vibes,” and “Done.”
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 23 at 7 p.m. Livestock Arena – FFA Livestock Auction. Come out and support the 4-H Youth auction by bidding on a steer at the annual from the Livestock Arena. The public is invited to attend and encouraged to purchase a steer. Around 20-30 steers will be auctioned off this year, so don’t miss out!
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Pepsi Stage – Easton Corbin. Florida native Easton Corbin has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone and unique blend of traditional and modern country music for more than a decade. He boasts two No. 1 singles, “A Little More Country Than That,” and “Roll With It.” Expect to hear his new singles, “I Can’t Decide,” and “Marry That Girl,” from the Pepsi Stage as well.
THURSDAY, OCT. 24 at 3:30 and 7 p.m. – BLUFFETT – A Jimmy Buffett Tribute. This tribute band to the legendary Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band will have the conga-lines moving with an amazing eight performers on stage complete with beach props and costumes. Expect to hear favorites like, “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Come Monday,” “Changes in Latitude, Changes in Attitude,” and “Margaritaville.”
FRIDAY, OCT. 25 at 7:30 p.m. – Neal McCoy. American country music singer and honky tonk revivalist Neal McCoy has released 10 studio albums and 34 singles over the last three decades. Expect to hear his hits, “No Doubt About It,” and “Wink,” and “That’s Life,” and “If I Was a Drinkin’ Man.”
SATURDAY, OCT. 26 at 7:30 p.m. White Tie Rock Ensemble will present a tribute to Tom Petty and Lynyrd Skynyrd. White Tie is a local group of musicians who recreate classic rock albums with a classical approach. Expect to hear Petty mega hits like, “Refugee,” “American Girl,” and “I Won’t Back Down,” as well as Skynyrd favorites like “Free Bird,” “Sweet Home Alabama,” and “Simple Man.”
In addition to the live music acts, returning to the Fair this year are the adorable sea lions of the hit show, “Sea Lion Splash.” Sea Lion Splash DAILY showtimes are Monday-Friday at 5 and 7 p.m. Saturday and Sundays at 1, 4 and 7 p.m.
Returning fan-favorite is Cirque Ma’Ceo, a dynamic, highly-talented acrobatic variety show that is sure to keep the entire family on the edge of their seats. DAILY showtimes are Monday – Friday at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 2, 5 and 7:30 p.m.
Also, back by popular demand, fairgoers can get hands-on with their favorite reptiles at the Reno’s Reptiles exhibit in Building 2. Open daily until 10 p.m. Closed Sunday, Oct. 27.
Check the PensacolaFair.com website for daily show times and possible weather changes.
Nominees in all categories for the 58th Annual CMA Awards are below. Winners will be honored Nov. 20 in and around the live ABC telecast.
